Why Word Count Matters
Whether you're meeting an essay requirement, writing within a job application word limit, or optimising blog post length for SEO, accurate word counting is essential. Our tool gives you instant statistics as you type.
Understanding Readability Scores
The Flesch Reading Ease score measures how easy your text is to understand. Scores of 60-70 are considered ideal for general audiences. Academic writing typically scores 30-50. Our tool maps these scores to UK education levels so you can instantly see who your writing is appropriate for.
Beyond Word Count
Word count alone doesn't tell the full story. Sentence length, vocabulary diversity, and passive voice usage all affect how your writing reads. Our tool analyses all of these, helping you write more effectively. Want to improve what you find? Try our Grammar Checker or Paraphrasing Tool.